News & Fun in Michigan
Michigan State University has achieved a historic enrollment record of 52,089 students for the 2024-25 academic year, reflecting its appeal as a top education choice. The diverse student body includes 10,978 new undergraduates and 27.8% students of color. MSU’s initiatives aim to enhance accessibility and opportunities in higher education.
Southeast Michigan faces strong winds and cooler temperatures due to a cold front, with gusts up to 35 mph. Concurrently, a Gale Warning is in effect for Lake Huron, posing dangers for boaters. Fire weather risks are heightened by low humidity and winds. Temperatures are expected to drop midweek, with frost possible.
Workers at Stellantis’ Los Angeles Parts Distribution Center voted overwhelmingly for strike authorization due to the company’s failure to honor $19 billion investment commitments made in a 2023 labor agreement. UAW President Shawn Fain emphasized the determination of members to ensure job security, while Stellantis faces legal challenges amid growing tensions.
Veterans Affairs and Small Business Administration offices in Michigan face a legal challenge threatening their role as voter registration sites, sparking a defense from Vet Voice Foundation and Priorities USA. Voting Rights Advocates Push Back Against GOP Challenge to Voter Registration …
Attorney Shawn Smith, known as “Shawn the Law,” was indicted for tax evasion, facing charges of underreporting income and failing to file returns from 2017 to 2022. If convicted, he could face significant prison time. This case underscores ongoing issues of tax compliance among high-income professionals within the legal sector.
Attorney General Dana Nessel is challenging Consumers Energy’s proposed $303 million electric rate hike, advocating for a reduction of over 70%. She argues the increase is excessive and unjustified, citing poor service reliability. Nessel’s stance reflects growing public frustration with rising utility costs and underperformance from major providers in Michigan.
Approximately 40 soldiers from the Michigan Army National Guard’s 1436th Engineer Company have been deployed to South Carolina to aid in recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, specifically focusing on debris removal and road clearing. Governor Gretchen Whitmer commended their dedication, emphasizing Michiganders’ commitment to helping those in need.
Felony charges have been filed against four residents and three clerks in St. Clair Shores for allegedly participating in a double voting scheme during the August 2024 Primary Election. The charges include double voting and falsifying election records. Investigations revealed election workers were instructed to override voting systems, compromising election integrity.
